US Bridges

HWY Scadding ST over Water Snake River

Poor

Bristol County, Massachusetts · .2 MI S of Field ST · Structure no. T010243LYMUNNBI

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
35 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
517
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Scadding ST over Water Snake River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Scadding ST over Water Snake River in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, younger than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 517 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,685 by 2031. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesHWY Scadding ST
CrossesWater Snake River
Location.2 MI S of Field ST
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates41.95138, -71.10448
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 6 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; extensive scour has occurred
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating62.7 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic517 (2024)
Projected traffic2,685 by 2031
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$880,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Scadding ST over Water Snake River built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Scadding ST over Water Snake River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Scadding ST over Water Snake River carry?

About 517 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is HWY Scadding ST over Water Snake River?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Scadding ST over Water Snake River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.